Many of us who do not have the Spiritual Gift of Hospitality might tend to only think about it as an attempt to change our behavior toward others. But God does not desire to simply change our behavior. Instead, God desires to change our character through the practice of spiritual disciplines and an obedient desire to know the heart of God. Here you will find tools to plan a 4-week series on “Radical Hospitality," including weekly themes, key scriptures, sermon building points and weekly sample worship order.

“Remarkable: A Wesleyan Way of Discipleship” explores how we can live as handcrafted children of God who are identified by the extraordinary way we love God, rejoice in God, give thanks, pray constantly and love others. When we call ourselves Methodists, we seek to exhibit these marks. This material draws from a variety of resources, including Steve Harper’s book, Five Marks of a Methodist: The Fruit of a Living Faith. Here you will find tools to plan a 5-week sermon series on “Remarkable: A Wesleyan Way of Discipleship” including weekly themes, key scriptures, sermon building points and weekly sample worship order.

Scot McKnight is a world-renowned evangelist, author, blogger and speaker, who presented at Church of the Resurrection March 20, 2018 on the topic of his book, The Jesus Creed: Loving God, Loving Others. Dr. McKnight is the Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary and author of more than 50 books on Jesus, the New Testament and early Christianity. Churches and seminaries around the world use his books to help Christians better understand the New Testament. Suitable for youth and adult classes, this presentation of Dr. McKnight's unique perspective on Scripture will encourage and challenge you.

This resource includes a number of tools used at Church of the Resurrection to both develop small group curriculum, as well as to help group leaders evaluate new materials. When reviewing these materials, it is good to understand that Church of the Resurrection has a group of people involved in overseeing the selection and use of small group materials.

Be prepared. Brief tips and insights for new small group leaders from Church of the Resurrection. Where to focus. What to avoid. Where to find help. A reminder that you're not alone. Advice from people who have been there and encouragement for those who are new.

Brief tips and insights on small group care from Church of the Resurrection. Doing life together. Dealing with ups and downs. Where to turn. What to avoid. Advice and ideas from people who have been there and encouragement for those who are new.

Brief tips and insights on small group communication from Church of the Resurrection. Accepting differences. Managing conversations. Pitfalls, courage and purpose. What to avoid and how to deal with it. Advice and ideas from people who have been there and encouragement for those who are new.

Brief tips and insights on small group curriculum from Church of the Resurrection. Planning. Choosing. Dealing with disaster. Advice and ideas from people who have been there and encouragement for those who are new.

Now, what? Brief tips and insights for small group leaders from Church of the Resurrection. Building a group. Finding new people. Structure and responsibilities. What to avoid. Advice and ideas from people who have been there and encouragement for those who are new.

Brief tips and insights on small group leadership from Church of the Resurrection. Leadership characteristics, style and skills. Finding leaders. Growing spiritual leaders. Advice and ideas from people who have been there and encouragement for those who are new.

Brief tips and insights on small group mission service from Church of the Resurrection. Moving beyond talk. Getting started. What to do. Benefits, pitfalls and where to find options. Advice and ideas from people who have been there and encouragement for those who are new.